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Central Japan Railway

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Japan’s Maglev Train Project Faces Calls for Clear Timeline After Years of Delays

Despite recent local approvals, municipalities seek clarity on the completion date of Japan’s ultrafast Linear Chuo Shinkansen maglev line connecting Tokyo and Nagoya.

Jul 16, 2026, 6:31 PM Nikkei Asia

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Japan Advances Ultra-Fast Maglev Train Connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka

The Linear Chuo Shinkansen maglev project moves forward, promising to halve travel times between major cities and reshape a region home to 66 million people.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 7:34 PM

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Shizuoka Governor Approves Construction of Japan’s Ultra-Fast Maglev Train Line

After more than a decade of delays, the maglev train project in central Japan moves forward following local government approval.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 4:51 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Typhoon Bavi made landfall in Zhejiang province, China, prompting massive evacuations and flight cancellations across the region, while causing fatalities in the Philippines due to intensified monsoon rains.

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Typhoon Bavi Forces Over 1.7 Million Evacuations as It Hits Eastern China

Typhoon Bavi made landfall in Zhejiang province, China, prompting massive evacuations and flight cancellations across the region, while causing fatalities in the Philippines due to intensified monsoon rains.

France 24 English | Jul 11, 2026, 10:46 PM

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Iran Launches Surprise Missile Attack on US Forces in Middle East

U.S. Central Command intercepted multiple ballistic missiles launched by Iran targeting American forces, marking a renewed escalation after a brief pause in direct strikes.

NBC Politics | Jul 29, 2026, 5:35 PM

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Smaller Japanese Public Pension Funds Outperform GPIF in Fiscal 2025

For fiscal year 2025, smaller public pension funds in Japan achieved returns up to 2 percentage points higher than the Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF).

Nikkei Asia | Jul 29, 2026, 2:26 AM

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Yen Traders Monitor BOJ and Fed Meetings for Interest Rate Signals

Currency traders focus on central bank communications in Japan and the U.S. to gauge future monetary policy amid low chances of immediate rate hikes.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 28, 2026, 5:43 PM

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Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo Resigns Citing Personal Reasons

Governor Perry Warjiyo steps down amid ongoing market challenges and concerns over central bank independence.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 4:09 AM

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Japan's June Services Producer Prices Rise Amid High Freight Costs Linked to Middle East Conflict

Japan's services producer price index increased 3.2% year-on-year in June 2026, driven by rising transportation costs influenced by fuel prices and supply disruptions from the Middle East conflict.

CNA Latest News | Jul 27, 2026, 1:08 AM

This is a high-resolution image of the United States Declaration of Independence ( article - text ). This image is a version of the 1823 William Stone facsimile — Stone may well have used a wet pressing process (that removed ink from the original document onto a contact sheet for the purpose of making the engraving).

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Trump’s Shift in Iran Policy Undermines US Strategy to Curb China’s Influence in Middle East

US President Donald Trump’s conciliatory approach to China and altered stance on Iran-related sanctions are impacting longstanding US efforts to counter Beijing’s regional influence through strategic partnerships like India’s investment in Iran’s Chabahar port.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 1:07 AM

The Seven Sisters , a series of seven chalk cliff peaks along the East Sussex coast in England. Seaford head in the background is on the other side of the River Cuckmere and not part of the Seven Sisters. Taken by myself as a series of 7 frames with a Canon 5D and 70-200mm f/2.8L lens at 200mm.

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AI Accelerates Cyberattacks Across Asia, Network Breaches Occur in Seconds

Artificial intelligence is enabling cyber intruders to spread attacks within networks in as little as 27 seconds, raising concerns across East and Southeast Asia.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 12:53 AM

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BOJ Faces Pressure to Raise Rates as Yen Hits Multi-Decade Low Amid Rising Oil Prices

The Bank of Japan is under increasing pressure to act on inflation as the yen weakens and oil prices surpass $100 per barrel, driven in part by escalating US-Iran tensions.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 12:52 AM

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Japan's Small Satellite Rocket Successfully Completes Burn Test Ahead of Launch

A Japanese rocket designed for deploying small satellites has passed a critical burn test, marking a key milestone before its upcoming launch.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 23, 2026, 7:57 PM

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Foreign M&A Activity Contributes to Yen Weakness, Analysts Say

The Japanese yen has fallen to a roughly 40-year low against the U.S. dollar amid increased foreign mergers and acquisitions in Japan.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 23, 2026, 5:30 PM

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Japan Advances AI Initiatives as Taiwan Boosts Space Industry and India Launches Hydrogen Train

Key developments in Asia's technology and infrastructure sectors include Japan's AI transformation efforts, Taiwan's space economy ambitions, and India's first hydrogen-powered train launch.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 23, 2026, 1:01 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating A severe heatwave in Japan has led to record hospitalisations in Tokyo and multiple heat-related deaths nationwide.

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Tokyo Sees Highest Heat-Related Hospitalisations Since 2010 Amid Severe Heatwave

A severe heatwave in Japan has led to record hospitalisations in Tokyo and multiple heat-related deaths nationwide.

CNA Latest News | Jul 23, 2026, 6:44 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating The Japan Meteorological Agency issues widespread heatstroke alerts amid deadly heatwave, introducing a new warning term for extreme temperatures.

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Japan Faces ‘Cruelly Hot Days’ as Temperatures Soar Above 40°C

The Japan Meteorological Agency issues widespread heatstroke alerts amid deadly heatwave, introducing a new warning term for extreme temperatures.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 12:02 PM

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Japan Faces 'Brutally Hot' Days with Temperatures Topping 40°C

The Japanese government has designated July 22, 2026, as a 'brutally hot day' amid soaring temperatures and issued heat stroke alerts nationwide.

CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 3:28 AM

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Japan's Dynabook Begins Domestic Production of Notebook PCs

Dynabook, traditionally reliant on Chinese manufacturing, has initiated notebook PC production within Japan.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 21, 2026, 10:02 PM

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Retired US Navy Admiral Warns of Iran’s Potential Moves in the Suez Canal

Adm. James Stavridis cautions the U.S. to monitor Iran’s activities in the Suez Canal amid escalating regional tensions and recent U.S. strikes.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 3:52 PM

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Chinese Literary Prodigy Jiang Fangzhou Stripped of Master’s Degree Over Plagiarism

Jiang Fangzhou, once celebrated as a literary prodigy in China, has had her master’s degree revoked amid plagiarism allegations, sparking widespread public attention.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 19, 2026, 8:49 AM

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ASEAN Ministers to Meet in Manila Amid Myanmar Crisis; Indonesia Eyes Rate Hikes

ASEAN foreign ministers will convene in Manila starting July 21 to discuss regional issues including Myanmar's civil war, while Indonesia's central bank signals continued currency stabilization efforts amid economic vulnerabilities.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 19, 2026, 6:40 AM

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U.S. Military Expands Strikes on Iranian Infrastructure Amid Rising Tensions

President Trump intensifies military actions targeting Iran’s key infrastructure as both nations edge closer to conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 10:21 AM

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Uzbekistan Attracts New Energy Investors in Shift from Gas

Uzbekistan's abundant solar potential and green energy deals since 2020 have drawn interest from Saudi, UAE, and Japanese investors, signaling a move away from traditional gas reliance.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 17, 2026, 2:58 AM